Lt. Governor Robert Duffy visited Binghamton as part of his push for Cuomo's 2014 plan.

He said the new app fits the needs of today's traveler.

"You can go on an app if you’re with your family and you want to stop somewhere, or if you're in a region, you can see what's available," Duffy said. "It's a great way to have it at your fingertips on your smart phone."

At the Ross Park Zoo, the fifth oldest in the country and a major destination in Binghamton, director Steve Contento said he's excited more New Yorkers will have easy access to the zoo online.

"We have a very long rich heritage that we'd like everybody to enjoy and learn more about," Contento said.

For communities, home to historical sites, the value of attracting more visitors is simple according to Smith.

"The more people who stop and learn and listen and maybe spend their money, the better it is for our economy," Smith said.

Governor Cuomo said his tourism plan will begin with the installation of new signs across the state this month.

A fully functional smart phone app could be ready by the summer season.